Warehouse Department Manager

Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle’s and Sidul.OVERVIEWThe Warehouse Manager is responsible for all operations of the Warehouse & Shipping department including the Bulk Loading Department. This person manages approximately 70 employees, salaried and hourly personnel, within a union setting. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a fast-paced, challenging environment in which achievement in driving change in culture, procedures, and measurable performance was attained.DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIESOverall responsibility for product shipping by truck.Optimization of facility layout and inventory managementPerformance monitoring and reportingEnsure compliance with safety standards and Good Manufacturing PracticesEnsure Warehousing and Shipping areas are audit ready at all timesWORK EXPERIENCESMinimum 7 years of Distribution and Logistics experience in a high volume operation of which at least 4 years must be in managementFamiliarity with Key Performance Indicators in Logistics / Distribution / Customer ServiceExperience with creating & maintaining various management reports & budgetsExperience in Warehouse/Distribution Center lay-outsAccomplished results in Warehouse/Distribution Center performance improvementConsumer Product Goods/ Retail Distribution industry experience is a plusDemonstrated Experience with SAP preferredEDUCATION REQUIREMENTSBachelor’s degree in Logistics, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or related area of studySUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITYManages staff comprised of 6 supervisors and 60+ hourly employeesEnsures Labor Contract is followed by all employees, and reports any potential violationReview performance for salaried employees and identify training needsReview and issue disciplinary measures according to the Labor Contract and Company PolicySelf-starter with excellent interpersonal and communication skillsThe ability to make decisions, problem solve, prioritize assignments, and direct the workforce in a constantly changing environmentDemonstrated leadership and teamwork skills with the ability to drive changeResults oriented with a focus on customer serviceSkilled in Inventory Control, Facility Management, Warehouse Material Handling, Receiving/Shipping procedures and controlsMust have a working knowledge of warehousing software, ideally SAP and EWMLOCATION OF ROLEWe are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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